Energy Senior Engineer (JC-535735)

California Public Utilities Commission; California; Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

California Public Utilities Commission seeks a Senior Utilities Engineer (Specialist) to advise senior decision-makers on electric general rate case proceedings and related financing matters. The role may lead teams and coordinate complex projects within the Energy Division's Electric Costs and Retail Choice Branch.

The position requires a Professional Engineer license, submission of a SOQ, and collaboration with state agencies.

Qualifications

• The position requires a Professional Engineer license. Applicants must provide a license copy prior to hire.
• SOQ (Statement of Qualifications) is required with detailed responses.

Responsibilities

• Advise Commissioners, Judges, and Energy Division management on electric general rate case proceedings.
• Analyze rate case and financing proposals, including bonds and non-by-passable charges, and provide independent recommendations.
• Coordinate with other agencies and respond to inquiries; write and present reports; oversee program implementations.

Education

Professional Engineer License

Job description

Classification: SENIOR UTILITIES ENGINEER (SPECIALIST)

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

Energy Division/ Electric Costs and Retail Choice Branch/Electric General Rate Case :

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to join our team.

Please visit Energy Division's recruitment page located here: Energy-Division-Recruiting for further job opportunities.

Department Website: http://www.cpuc.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

Under general direction of the Project and Program Supervisor, the Senior Utilities Engineer (SUE) will advise and assist high-level decision-makers such as Commissioners, Judges, and Energy Division management on electric general rate case proceedings that examine utility capital expenditure and annual operating costs forecasts. The SUE may act as a team leader and project coordinator of these general rate cases. The SUE will analyze utility general rate case and cost of capital applications, utility requests to securitize costs through issuance of bonds and non-by passable fixed recovery charges, and other utility financing matters. The SUE will make recommendations based on independent analysis of regulatory, policy and technical issues, and review utility costs and trends pertaining to electric utility operations. The SUE will also review and recommend action on "advice letter" requests from the utility in compliance with prior Commission orders, review and provide feedback on proposed legislative bills, and/or oversee implementation of programs that result from CPUC and legislative processes.

The SUE will perform other work as necessary, such as writing and presenting reports, coordinating with other California organizations and agencies (e.g., the California Energy Commission, the California Air Resources Board, California Independent System Operator), and responding to outside inquiries.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Professional Engineer License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

Prepare and submit a response for each question below. The SOQ should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. Refer to the job description and duties, and duty statement to prepare your response. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ and writing that exceeds the page limit will not be considered or scored. All information in the SOQ is subject to verification. The SOQ must be no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than two pages.

Please write your SOQ to address the following three questions:

• Describe your ability to analyze policy and quantitative subjects, identify issues, summarize, and present recommendations and statistics.
• Describe your experience with project management, such as planning a project, setting and meeting deadlines, and managing multiple tasks.
• Describe how you work collaboratively with teammates, management, and external stakeholders.

Final Filing Date: 10/30/2026

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see “Special Requirements” for instructions.